Discover the fascinating history of the Panama Canal! Connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, this marvel of engineering revolutionized global trade and travel. Learn how early explorers dreamed of a shortcut to avoid the perilous journey around Cape Horn and how technological limitations once made its construction seem impossible. Follow the journey of Ferdinand de Lesseps, the French project's struggles, and the U.S. takeover that led to its completion. Uncover the engineering feats, such as the lock system and Gatun Lake, and how the canal transformed Panama's economy and the world.
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